Bargoed Travel Guide

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For those enthusiastic Ramblers and those who appreciate Landscape beautiful views looking over to Pontlottyn, Abertysswg, Rhymney and many other Welsh Valleys.
Drone shot i took a few days ago of my home village the houses to the left of the photograph. Beautiful scenic area and plenty of mountains for you enthusiastic Ramblers. Not much to do regarding Tourism but beautiful views if you love Landscape.
The railway near Pontlottyn A brief burst of winter sunshine illuminates the Rhymney Valley Railway just to the south of Pontlottyn.
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37425 at Pontlottyn Diesel electric locomotive 37425 pulls away from Pontlottyn station, and heads for Rhymney.
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Arrival from Rhymney
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The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿1,906 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿1,906
฿2,288 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,038 reviews)
Needs improvement

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿3,667 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿3,667
฿4,400 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,776 reviews)
Always a good stay

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is ฿4,037 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
฿4,037
฿4,844 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,345 reviews)
Swimming pool out of action evening of stay

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
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Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (62 reviews)
Great location, quick response from helpline, easy entry and exit.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views

Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views

2.5 out of 5
Jim Driscoll Way Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium are located nearby.
Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

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Principality Stadium
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

Cardiff Bay

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Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

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Cardiff Castle
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

Barry Island Beach

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

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Utilita Arena Cardiff

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Things to do

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

฿536
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

฿732
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff in a Day

฿3,558
per adult
Cardiff in a Day
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

฿3,683
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

฿3,683
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

฿372
per adult
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
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